Russell's Reserve Single Rickhouse Camp Nelson D Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750ml

Camp Nelson D is genuinely a study in place — the Single Rickhouse Collection exists specifically to isolate what "where" a barrel ages can do to bourbon, independent of mash bill, age, or barrel char, all of which stay constant across the entire Russell's Reserve range. As the brand's own copy puts it: "inspired by the unique conditions of the storied rickhouses at the Wild Turkey Distilling Co., the Single Rickhouse Collection explores the often-unsung contributions specific barrel resting places can have on a whiskey's final character. Each limited time offering in the annual series features whiskey drawn entirely from a single rickhouse, proving that the 'where' can be just as important as the 'how' when it comes to exquisitely crafted whiskey."

This particular release pulls barrels exclusively from Rickhouse Camp Nelson D — built in the 1940s and still standing today as one of five remaining rickhouses on the property — specifically from floors 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6. That range genuinely matters: Wild Turkey considers floors 3 through 5 the "center cut" of its seven-story rickhouses, while barrels aging higher or lower experience noticeably different heat and airflow conditions. Crafted by father-and-son Master Distillers Jimmy and Eddie Russell, the bourbon uses Wild Turkey's familiar mash bill of 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% malted barley, aged in deep No. 4 "alligator" char barrels, and bottled entirely uncut and non-chill filtered at 120.8 proof — a genuinely serious strength for the series.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Russell's Reserve Single Rickhouse Camp Nelson D (2026 Release) is a Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey produced at Wild Turkey Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, crafted by Master Distillers Jimmy Russell and Eddie Russell. The bourbon is matured entirely in Rickhouse Camp Nelson D, built in the 1940s, drawn specifically from floors 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6 of the seven-story structure.

Made from Wild Turkey's standard mash bill of 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% malted barley, aged in deep No. 4 "alligator" char barrels. Bottled non-chill filtered, entirely uncut, at barrel proof — 60.4% ABV / 120.8 proof, 750ml, as a genuinely limited, highly collectible annual release.

Critics Reviews

No formal numerical critic score from a major publication is confirmed for this exact release at this time.

Artfully Bourbon (extended independent review):
"Russell's Reserve Single Rickhouse CN-D takes the series back to Camp Nelson with a 120.8-proof release pulled from Rickhouse D. For CN-D, barrels were pulled from floors 1, 3, 4, 5, and 6. That is especially interesting because Wild Turkey considers floors 3 through 5 the center cut of its seven-story rickhouses, while barrels aging higher or lower in the building can experience noticeably different conditions. It is bottled at 120.8 proof, uncut and non-chill filtered, using Wild Turkey's familiar bourbon mash bill of 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% malted barley. That level of specificity is a big reason we keep coming back to this series. You already know the general Wild Turkey profile. The fun is seeing what one place can do to it. CN-D gave us plenty to dig into."

Tasting Profile

Nose
Bold and ethanol-forward at full proof, with cherry and oak leading, joined by chocolate and citrus.

Palate
Full and intense, with caramelized sugar and rich oak carrying real depth, developing baking spice, dark fruit, and chocolate.

Finish
Long, closing with layered spice, oak, and citrus — genuinely intense, reflecting the specific climate of a single warehouse.

Quick Overview

Food Pairings

• Dark chocolate desserts
• Grilled or smoked meats
• Aged cheddar
• Cherry or citrus-based desserts

Serving Note

Enjoy neat in a Glencairn glass to fully appreciate the full-proof intensity; a few drops of water can help open additional layers.